Strategic Legislative Affairs Coordinator

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement benefits including PER

Medicine, Dental & Vision insurance

Disability coverage

Life and AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

FMLA and PFML

11 paid holidays

Work-Life employment discounts

Job summary

State of Colorado is seeking a Legislative Coordinator in the Office of the Governor. The role focuses on managing the legislative calendar, tracking bills, and coordinating with multiple departments to advance administration proposals during the legislative session.

The position supports the Governor’s legislative affairs team, schedules liaison meetings, drafts memos, and ensures clear communication with the General Assembly. Strong organizational and confidentiality skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and relevant work experience.
• Experience with state legislative process.
• Interest in legislative affairs and public service.
• Strong communication and detail-oriented.
• Ability to handle confidential information and work independently.
• Commitment to nonpartisanship and good government.
• Experience building relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage bill tracking, including review and analysis of legislation that affects executive agencies.
• Provide administrative and scheduling support for the Deputy Chief of Staff.
• Coordinate internal processes to ensure comprehensive analysis of each bill.
• Oversee final bill action, coordinating with legal, budget, policy, and communications staff.
• Coordinate with the General Assembly caucus and enrolling staff on processing of bills.
• Draft memos on issues important to the Governor and legislative team.
• Attend hearings and meetings, taking notes and coordinating presentations.
• Collaborate with the communications team on press releases and Governor visits.
• Stand up and manage internal processes across office cycles.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Initiative and work ethic

Confidential work handling

Experience with legislative process

Stakeholder relationship building

Public service motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

State of Colorado is seeking a Legislative Coordinator in the Office of the Governor. The role focuses on managing the legislative calendar, tracking bills, and coordinating with multiple departments to advance administration proposals during the legislative session.

The position supports the Governor’s legislative affairs team, schedules liaison meetings, drafts memos, and ensures clear communication with the General Assembly. Strong organizational and confidentiality skills are essential.